1999 Mazda Protege vs 1999 Oldsmobile Alero
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Mazda Protege | 1999 Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 88 | 462 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 95 | 150 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–27 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,033 mi | 64,480 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda Protege | Oldsmobile Alero |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 111 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 89 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 85 |
| Visibility | 1 | 56 |
| Power Train | 22 | 34 |
| Suspension | 3 | 46 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 43 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 12 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 38 |
| Overheating | 0 | 14 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
1999 Mazda Protege
1999 Oldsmobile Alero
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.